Nutrition Facts for Gorgonzola cream sauce with sun dried tomatoes

Gorgonzola Cream Sauce with Sun Dried Tomatoes

Elevate your next meal with this indulgent Gorgonzola Cream Sauce with Sun-Dried Tomatoes—a perfect balance of creamy decadence and bold, tangy flavors. This quick and easy recipe combines velvety heavy cream with rich, crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, complemented by the sweet, concentrated flavor of sun-dried tomatoes. Enhanced with a touch of garlic, grated Parmesan, and a sprinkle of black pepper, the sauce comes together in just 15 minutes, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Whether draped over al dente pasta, spooned atop grilled chicken, or served as a luxurious dip for crusty bread, this recipe promises to impress. Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color and freshness, and let this restaurant-worthy sauce transform your dining experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100
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Prep Time:5 mins
Cook Time:10 mins
Total Time:15 mins
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
  • 2 units Garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 cup Heavy cream
  • 1 cup Gorgonzola cheese, crumbled
  • 0.33 cup Sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
  • 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
  • 0.25 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium-sized saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 3

Pour in the heavy cream and stir, allowing it to heat until it begins to simmer gently.

Step 4

Reduce the heat to low and gradually add the crumbled Gorgonzola cheese, stirring constantly until it melts and the sauce is smooth.

Step 5

Stir in the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and let them simmer in the sauce for 4-5 minutes to release their flavor.

Step 6

Add the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the Parmesan is completely melted and the sauce is well combined.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 8

Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley if desired before serving.

Step 9

Serve the sauce immediately over pasta, grilled chicken, or as a side for dipping bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size (576.2g)
Amount per serving % Daily Value*
Calories 2045.6
Total Fat 179.1g 0%
Saturated Fat 108.9g 0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 535.7mg 0%
Sodium 4547.8mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 31.0g 0%
Dietary Fiber 3.8g 0%
Total Sugars 13.3g
Protein 65.1g 0%
Vitamin D 51.3IU 0%
Calcium 1571.5mg 0%
Iron 4.9mg 0%
Potassium 1551.1mg 0%
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 80.7%
Protein: 13.0%
Carbs: 6.2%